MOT Status
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136,946 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Both rear shock absorber bump stops perished
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive Differential pinion oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Undertrays & covers
Washers not as powerful as expected
Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall 205 / 55 r16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3/4 central limit out edge worn also perishing 205 / 55 r16 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Both rear shock absorber bump stops perished
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive Differential pinion oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Undertrays & covers
Washers not as powerful as expected
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and cracking (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()
Nearside Rear shock bump stop rubber perished
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Rear diff pinion oil seal leaking
bottom covers fitted not allowing full inspection
Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and cracking (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()
Nearside Rear shock bump stop rubber perished
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Rear diff pinion oil seal leaking
bottom covers fitted not allowing full inspection
Offside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn offside lower ball joint excessive wear/play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Front Fog lamp not working.
Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tires starting to perish. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
n/s washer jet damaged
o/s tie rod- play
o/s/f tie rod slight play
oil leak
Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()
Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 205/55/16w (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid washer inop (8.2.3)
Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
How Reliable is the BMW 1 Series?
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Top MOT Failure Points
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LB12 XRW is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,600cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.
Across all 2012 BMW 1 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 67,597 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
The most common reason a BMW 1 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 11,465 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LB12 XRW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The BMW 1 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 14 years old, this BMW 1 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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LB12 XRW is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 22 July 2012.
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